Cement Additives Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2031 - By Product, Technology, Grade, Application, End-user, Region: (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa)

Cement Additives Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2031 - By Product, Technology, Grade, Application, End-user, Region: (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa)


The global cement additives market is poised for substantial growth in the coming years, driven by the booming construction industry and the increasing demand for high-quality cement products. Cement additives are materials that enhance the performance and properties of cement, making them essential for construction projects worldwide.

Cement additives offer a multitude of benefits, including improved chemical resistance, waterproofing capabilities, enhanced color, and increased strength. They also contribute to reducing the need for other chemicals and water. These additives, available in liquid or powder form, are utilized in varying quantities to meet the aesthetic and functional requirements of commercial, industrial, and residential structures.

The market for cement additives encompasses various types, such as chemical additives, mineral additives, and fiber additives. Chemical additives include retarding agents, normal and super plasticizers, and waterproofing admixtures. Fiber additives encompass steel and synthetic fibers, while mineral additives consist of fly ash, silica slag, and husk ash. These additives are further categorized based on their functions as retarders, dispersants, extenders, accelerators, and fluid loss additives.

Key Drivers and Trends:
• Increasing demand from the construction industry is expected to boost the global cement additives market.
• Rapid urbanization and population growth drive the need for housing and infrastructure development, further fueling market growth.
• Consumer preference for high-quality cement is on the rise.
• Demand for cement additives in high-performance construction projects and innovative building structures is increasing.
• The market is influenced by government initiatives and regulations, with incentives for the use of industrial waste as mineral additives.

COVID-19 Impact: The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant adverse impact on the cement additives market due to lockdowns and slowdowns in the construction industry. However, as economies recover and construction projects resume, the market is expected to rebound.

Regional Outlook:
• Asia-Pacific is the leading consumer of cement additives, driven by urbanization and infrastructure development in China and India.
• China, as the largest construction hub, plays a prominent role in the market, supported by government incentives for using industrial waste as additives.
• Middle East is witnessing significant growth due to innovative structures and infrastructure development.
• North America and Europe see increased demand for cement additives in infrastructure renovation and maintenance.
• Latin America is projected to grow at a relatively slower rate compared to other regions.

Analyst Perspective: The construction industry's robust growth, driven by residential, commercial, and industrial construction, is the primary driver for cement additives. Asia-Pacific is expected to lead the market, followed by Europe and North America. Developing countries like China and India are expected to exhibit higher growth rates due to population growth and construction demand.

Key Market Participants: Prominent players in the global cement additives market include
• Yara International ASA (Norway)
• Sika AG (Switzerland)
• BASF SE (Germany)
• DOW Chemical Company
• China National Bluestar Group Company Limited
• Heidelberg Cement
• Akzo Nobel
• Kao Corporation
• W. R. Grace and Company
• USG Corporation
• Lanxess
• GCP Applied Technologies Inc.
• CEMEX S.A.B. de C.V.
• Elkem ASA
• Fosroc Inc.
• Cementaid
• Borregaard LignoTech
• Oscrete Construction Products

Cement additives Market: Segmentation

The global diverse market of Cement additives can be segmented based on type, function and application.

Based on type, the global Cement additives market can be segmented into:-
• Mineral additives
• Chemical additives
• Fiber additives

Based on function, the global Cement additives market can be segmented into:-
• Water reducers
• Coloring agents
• Retarding agents
• Chemical resistance
• Plasticizers
• others

Based on application, the global Cement additives market can be segmented into:-
• Residential construction
• Industrial construction
• Commercial construction
• Other construction

Regional analysis includes:

North America (U.S., Canada)

Latin America (Mexico, Brazil, Argentina)

Western Europe (Germany, Italy, France, U.K, Spain)

Eastern Europe (Russia, Turkey)

South Asia (India and ASEAN countries)

East Asia (China, Japan, South Korea)

Oceania (Australia and New Zealand)

The Middle East and Africa (GCC Countries, S. Africa, Northern Africa)

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1. Executive Summary
1.1. Global Cement Additives Market Snapshot
1.2. Future Projections
1.3. Key Market Trends
1.4. Regional Snapshot, by Value, 2023
1.5. Analyst Recommendations
2. Market Overview
2.1. Market Definitions and Segmentations
2.2. Market Dynamics
2.2.1. Drivers
2.2.2. Restraints
2.2.3. Market Opportunities
2.3. Value Chain Analysis
2.4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
2.5. COVID-19 Impact Analysis
2.5.1. Supply
2.5.2. Demand
2.6. Impact of Ukraine-Russia Conflict
2.7. Economic Overview
2.7.1. World Economic Projections
2.8. PESTLE Analysis
3. Global Cement Additives Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
3.1. Global Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
3.1.1. Key Highlights
3.1.1.1. Mineral additives
3.1.1.2. Chemical additives
3.1.1.3. Fiber additives
3.2. Global Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
3.2.1. Key Highlights
3.2.1.1. Water reducers
3.2.1.2. Coloring agents
3.2.1.3. Retarding agents
3.2.1.4. Chemical resistance
3.2.1.5. Plasticizers
3.2.1.6. others
3.3. Global Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
3.3.1. Key Highlights
3.3.1.1. Residential construction
3.3.1.2. Industrial construction
3.3.1.3. Commercial construction
3.3.1.4. Other construction
3.4. Global Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Region, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
3.4.1. Key Highlights
3.4.1.1. North America
3.4.1.2. Europe
3.4.1.3. Asia Pacific
3.4.1.4. Latin America
3.4.1.5. Middle East & Africa
4. North America Cement Additives Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
4.1. North America Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
4.1.1. Key Highlights
4.1.1.1. Mineral additives
4.1.1.2. Chemical additives
4.1.1.3. Fiber additives
4.2. North America Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
4.2.1. Key Highlights
4.2.1.1. Water reducers
4.2.1.2. Coloring agents
4.2.1.3. Retarding agents
4.2.1.4. Chemical resistance
4.2.1.5. Plasticizers
4.2.1.6. others
4.3. North America Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
4.3.1. Key Highlights
4.3.1.1. Residential construction
4.3.1.2. Industrial construction
4.3.1.3. Commercial construction
4.3.1.4. Other construction
4.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
4.4. North America Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
4.4.1. Key Highlights
4.4.1.1. U.S. Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
4.4.1.2. U.S. Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
4.4.1.3. U.S. Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
4.4.1.4. Canada Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
4.4.1.5. Canada Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
4.4.1.6. Canada Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
4.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
5. Europe Cement Additives Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
5.1. Europe Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.1.1. Key Highlights
5.1.1.1. Mineral additives
5.1.1.2. Chemical additives
5.1.1.3. Fiber additives
5.2. Europe Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.2.1. Key Highlights
5.2.1.1. Water reducers
5.2.1.2. Coloring agents
5.2.1.3. Retarding agents
5.2.1.4. Chemical resistance
5.2.1.5. Plasticizers
5.2.1.6. others
5.3. Europe Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1. Key Highlights
5.3.1.1. Residential construction
5.3.1.2. Industrial construction
5.3.1.3. Commercial construction
5.3.1.4. Other construction
5.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
5.4. Europe Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1. Key Highlights
5.4.1.1. Germany Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.2. Germany Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.3. Germany Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.4. U.K. Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.5. U.K. Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.6. U.K. Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.7. France Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.8. France Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.9. France Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.10. Italy Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.11. Italy Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.12. Italy Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.13. Turkey Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.14. Turkey Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.15. Turkey Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.16. Russia Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.17. Russia Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.18. Russia Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.19. Rest of Europe Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.20. Rest of Europe Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.21. Rest of Europe Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
5.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
6. Asia Pacific Cement Additives Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
6.1. Asia Pacific Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.1.1. Key Highlights
6.1.1.1. Mineral additives
6.1.1.2. Chemical additives
6.1.1.3. Fiber additives
6.2. Asia Pacific Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.2.1. Key Highlights
6.2.1.1. Water reducers
6.2.1.2. Coloring agents
6.2.1.3. Retarding agents
6.2.1.4. Chemical resistance
6.2.1.5. Plasticizers
6.2.1.6. others
6.3. Asia Pacific Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1. Key Highlights
6.3.1.1. Residential construction
6.3.1.2. Industrial construction
6.3.1.3. Commercial construction
6.3.1.4. Other construction
6.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
6.4. Asia Pacific Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1. Key Highlights
6.4.1.1. China Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.2. China Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.3. China Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.4. Japan Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.5. Japan Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.6. Japan Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.7. South Korea Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.8. South Korea Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.9. South Korea Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.10. India Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.11. India Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.12. India Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.13. Southeast Asia Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.14. Southeast Asia Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.15. Southeast Asia Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.16. Rest of Asia Pacific Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.17. Rest of Asia Pacific Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.18. Rest of Asia Pacific Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
6.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
7. Latin America Cement Additives Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
7.1. Latin America Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.1.1. Key Highlights
7.1.1.1. Mineral additives
7.1.1.2. Chemical additives
7.1.1.3. Fiber additives
7.2. Latin America Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.2.1.1. Water reducers
7.2.1.2. Coloring agents
7.2.1.3. Retarding agents
7.2.1.4. Chemical resistance
7.2.1.5. Plasticizers
7.2.1.6. others
7.3. Latin America Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1. Key Highlights
7.3.1.1. Residential construction
7.3.1.2. Industrial construction
7.3.1.3. Commercial construction
7.3.1.4. Other construction
7.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
7.4. Latin America Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1. Key Highlights
7.4.1.1. Brazil Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.2. Brazil Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.3. Brazil Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.4. Mexico Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.5. Mexico Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.6. Mexico Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.7. Argentina Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.8. Argentina Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.9. Argentina Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.10. Rest of Latin America Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.11. Rest of Latin America Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.12. Rest of Latin America Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
7.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
8. Middle East & Africa Cement Additives Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
8.1. Middle East & Africa Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.1.1. Key Highlights
8.1.1.1. Mineral additives
8.1.1.2. Chemical additives
8.1.1.3. Fiber additives
8.2. Middle East & Africa Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.2.1. Key Highlights
8.2.1.1. Water reducers
8.2.1.2. Coloring agents
8.2.1.3. Retarding agents
8.2.1.4. Chemical resistance
8.2.1.5. Plasticizers
8.2.1.6. others
8.3. Middle East & Africa Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1. Key Highlights
8.3.1.1. Residential construction
8.3.1.2. Industrial construction
8.3.1.3. Commercial construction
8.3.1.4. Other construction
8.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
8.4. Middle East & Africa Cement Additives Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1. Key Highlights
8.4.1.1. GCC Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.2. GCC Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.3. GCC Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.4. South Africa Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.5. South Africa Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.6. South Africa Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.7. Egypt Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.8. Egypt Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.9. Egypt Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.10. Nigeria Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.11. Nigeria Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.12. Nigeria Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.13. Rest of Middle East & Africa Cement Additives Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.14. Rest of Middle East & Africa Cement Additives Market by Function, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.15. Rest of Middle East & Africa Cement Additives Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn), 2018 – 2031
8.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
9. Competitive Landscape
9.1. By Application vs by Function Heat map
9.2. Manufacturer vs by Function Heatmap
9.3. Company Market Share Analysis, 2023
9.4. Competitive Dashboard
9.5. Company Profiles
9.5.1. Yara International ASA
9.5.1.1. Company Overview
9.5.1.2. Product Portfolio
9.5.1.3. Financial Overview
9.5.1.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.5.2. Sika AG
9.5.3. BASF SE
9.5.4. DOW Chemical Company
9.5.5. China National Bluestar Group Company Limited
9.5.6. Heidelberg Cement
9.5.7. Akzo Nobel
9.5.8. Kao Corporation
9.5.9. W. R. Grace and Company
9.5.10. USG Corporation
9.5.11. Lanxess
9.5.12. GCP Applied Technologies Inc.
9.5.13. CEMEX S.A.B. de C.V.
9.5.14. Elkem ASA
9.5.15. Fosroc Inc.
9.5.16. Cementaid
9.5.17. Borregaard LignoTech
9.5.18. Oscrete Construction Products
10. Appendix
10.1. Research Methodology
10.2. Report Assumptions
10.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations

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